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American University

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4400 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20016-8001
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American University

4400 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington, District of Columbia 20016-8001
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American University at a Glance

American University is a medium-sized private college located in the city of Washington, District of Columbia. Currently, there are roughly 13,093 students enrolled, 39% of which are male and 61% female. Athletically, American University is an NCAA I school and is part of the Patriot League.

General Information

Student Count:13,093
Gender Ratio:39% Male, 61% Female
Academic Calendar:Semester
Degrees Offered:Bachelor's, Associate's and Master's
School Setting:Medium-sized four-year, highly residential
Academic Duration:Four or more years
City Setting: City
School Type:Private
Religious Affiliation:United Methodist

Tuition & Fees

Yearly In-state Tuition:$34,456
Yearly Out-of-state Tuition:$34,456
Yearly Room:$8,630
Yearly Board:$4,300
In-state Cost (On Campus):$49,903
Out-of-state Cost (On Campus):$49,903

Contact Info

Financial Aid Website | Admissions Website
General Phone:(202) 885-1000
Athletic Phone:(202) 885-3001

Student Accommodations

Dorm Capacity:3,713 students
Meal Plan:Yes
Meals Provided each Week:Not Reported
On-campus Library:Yes
On-campus Hospital:No
On-campus Day Care:Yes

American University Admissions & Academics

On average, American University has around 14,936 yearly applicants.

Academics and Application

High School GPA:Required
SAT/ACT:Required
AP Credit:Accepted
Letters of Rec:Required
Class Rank:Not required
Transcript:Required
College Prep:Required
Life Experience:Not Accepted
Dual Credit:Not Accepted
TOEFL:Required
Competencies:Recommended
Other Tests:N/A

Admissions & Test Scores

Total Applicants:14,936
Male Applicants:5,858
Female Applicants:9,078
% Male Applicants:39%
% Female Applicants:61%
Total Admitted:7,950
Admitted Males:2,960
Admitted Females:4,990
% Admitted Males:37%
% Admitted Females:63%

Applicant Test Score Statistics

SAT Scores Submitted:1,342
Percent Who Submit SAT:88%
ACT Scores Submitted:767
Percent Who Submit ACT:50%

SAT Scores

25th% Reading:590
25th% Math:580
25th% Writing:580
25th% Overall:1,750
75th% Reading:700
75th% Math:670
75th% Writing:690
75th% Overall:2,060

ACT Scores

25th% Reading:26
25th% Math:24
25th% Writing:N/A
25th% Overall:26
75th% Reading:32
75th% Math:29
75th% Writing:N/A
75th% Overall:30

American University Athletics
"Home of the Eagles"

General Eagles Sports Info

Division:NCAA I
Conference:Patriot League
Team Colors:Blue and AU Red
Stadium Name:Bender Arena
Stadium Capacity:3,500
Gym Name:Reeves Field
Gym Capacity:1,200

Eagles Contact Info

Phone:(202) 885-1000
Athletic Phone:(202) 885-3001
Website:http://www.american.edu
Athletic Website:http://www.aueagles.com

American University Campus & Student Body

American University offers a total of 57 different majors and 3 degree award levels: Bachelor's, Associate's and Master's.

Student Body Info

Unknown:22.7%
Non-resident:8.9%
Multi-Ethnic:Unavailable
White:Unavailable
Pac. Islander:Unavailable
Asian:Unavailable
Afr. American:Unavailable
Hispanic:Unavailable
Nat. American:Unavailable

Campus Programs & Info

ROTC:   Army, Navy, Airforce
Distance Learning Program:Yes
Study Abroad Program:Yes
Career Counseling:Yes
Stud. Employment Services:Yes
Evening Classes:Yes
Weekend Classes:Yes
Remedial Services:No
Post-grad Placement:No

Offered Majors & Degrees

MajorBach.Mast.Assoc.Doct.
Biology & Biomedical SciencesYesYes
Business Management & MarketingYesYes
Communication & JournalismYesYes
Communication TechnologiesYes
Computer ScienceYesYes
EducationYesYes
English & LiteratureYesYes
Ethnic & Cultural StudiesYesYes
Foreign Languages & LinguisticsYesYes
HistoryYesYes
Interdisciplinary StudiesYesYes
Law Enforcement & Protective ServicesYes
Legal ProffessionsYesYes
Liberal ArtsYesYes
Mathematics & StatisticsYesYes
Natural ResourcesYesYes
Parks, Recreation & LeisureYesYes
PhilosophyYesYes
Physical ScienceYesYes
PsychologyYesYes
Public Administration & Social ServiceYes
Social ScienceYesYes
Visual & Performing ArtsYesYes


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